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Expensive Volvo V70 repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (15%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (28%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (2%)

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Volvo V70 repair cost distribution

$2500+ (28%)

$1000 - $2499 (72%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

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Chart based on 189 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

86800 mi €1200	New rear disks and new rear calipers & pads fitted.
243660 mi €135	Rear left bushing replaced

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105800 mi US $170	Windshield wiper fluid not coming from nozzle when turned on. Tech unable to hear motor running and all lines clear. Windshield wash pump motor replaced and now working.
110000 mi US $1400	AC clutch failed, price to repair clutch and entire AC compressor comparable, so replaced AC compressor and drive belt
119000 mi US $275	High pitched sounded like a bad belt. Very common failure after 100k per dealer. Easy half hour repair.

117000 mi US $750	Worn front shocks replaced AC low on coolant.
120000 mi US $1500	Replaced compressor & condenser. Replaced radiator. Replaced woe strut mounts.
135000 mi US $1400	Replaced leaking power steering pump. $600. Replaced worn front axle. Replaced worn engine mounts.
136000 mi US $550	Power steering cooler had come loose from mounts. Rubbing caused leak. Alternator failed and was replaced.

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75000 mi US $450	LEAKING VACUUM PUMP
110000 mi US $450	Replaced leaking expansion valve. (did not fix)
110800 mi US $1800	Warm a/c again - replaced leaking evap & condensor/dryer. repair leaking cv joint, reseal.
108000 mi US $1200	heater blower motor inop, replaced motor.
123000 mi US $250	replace (front) sway bar links
137000 mi US $200	leaking vacuum hose

81300 mi US $220	Alternator was whistling/whining loudly. Replaced alternator with a remanufactured unit.
89000 mi US $1300	Replaced A/C compressor due to a failed bearing on compressor clutch. Pulley was visibly wobbling from side to side. Noticed due to repetitive flappnig/thumping noises as pulley contacted other parts.

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80160 mi ¤250	Replaced weak engine mount (lower right).
84320 mi ¤1400	A/C stopped cooling. Dealer diagnosed a leak in evaporator. Evaporator replaced.
86800 mi ¤200	Replaced a leaking headlight washer hose.
94100 mi ¤800	Low fuel pressure during start-up. Dealer diagnosed a faulty fuel pump. Fuel pump replaced and a hot climate kit from Volvo was installed as per the TSB.
89940 mi ¤150	Repaired a leaking headlight washer pump.
99200 mi ¤2500	Stabilizer bar bushings were squeaking and have been replaced. Struts have been worn out, so the car would feel very floaty on the road. Struts were replaced with aftermarket ones. Also replaced strut bearings and spring seats on the front axle.
104780 mi ¤400	Replaced ignition switch (start control unit) due to faulty motor.
105380 mi ¤400	Start Control Unit was replaced as the actuator motor malfunctioned.
108500 mi ¤800	Engine cooling fan malfunction - replaced.
112220 mi ¤250	Brake vacuum module hose was found leaking during the routine maintenance. The part was ordered from Sweden and replaced two weeks later.
121520 mi ¤350	Downstream oxygen sensor wiring shorted. Replaced oxygen sensor and repaired wiring to the ECM.
122140 mi ¤100	Left side CV joint rubber boot has cracked and thrown grease all over the suspension parts. The boot was replaced and the CV joint regreased.
124620 mi ¤300	Upper engine mount has cracked and has been replaced. Tail gate spring mounts have weakened over time and the gate was barely staying open. The springs have been replaced.

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41000 mi US $370	Battery test during scheduled service showed low amperage. Dealer inspected and found that the battery had leaked onto one terminal and corroded it. The battery and cable were replaced.
49000 mi US $1000	Fuel gauge moved independently of actual fuel level. Dealer replaced fuel sender unit during scheduled maintenance.
55300 mi US $300	Check engine light illuminated. Dealer determined EVAP purge valve not working well enough. Replaced valve and filter.

76000 mi

US $1000

Third *attempt* at repairing suspension / bushings.....grinding noise and extremely rough ride. Sold car following month.

78800 mi

£1500

Oil leak

102000 mi US $500	Leaky sunroof, gasket seal replaced.Windshield replaced.
127000 mi US $1000	fuel pump replacement

146000 mi US $200	Replace headlamp washer hose.
150700 mi US $1564	Oil trap replaced Vacuum pump leaking oil; rebuilt.
167000 mi US $300	Engine mounts sagging, replaced
173700 mi US $900	Replaced front struts and linkages
169800 mi US $140	Windshield glass adhesive failed causing a water leak over the climate and stereo console. Windshield removed intact and resealed by glass shop.

100000 mi US $600	Windshield glass seal leak into drivers footwell. Had to replace windshield. Connection in the main wiring harness to the SIPS airbag harness inside the passenger A pillar was cracked and throwing a code. No explanation or reason for damage. Did not choose to repair at this time as it requires replacement of the main harness and removal of interior to get it done.
110000 mi US $3300	Front control arms, two CV joints, trailing arm. Torque mount replaced Front brake pads replaced
118000 mi US $500	Center console rolling cover detached from track and had to be replaced. Also replaced the rear 12v socket which had been pushed through its mount into the console. Dirt had clogged a drain under the hood cowling causing water to pool. Noticed condensation in the morning developing inside the widnshield.

38000 mi US $140	Replace part of passenger side, external rearview mirror housing. I suspect the part became detached by the wash mechanism while going through an automated car wash. The replacement part, a piece of plastic that covers the rear of the mirror, cost $140.
64700 mi US $1000	A/C compressor seized

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37200 mi $9000	alternator & AC compressor replaced. This started because the car overheated while sitting in tropical traffic jam.
63600 mi $400	Windshield water nozzles but started w cracked water tank

54000 mi US $150	Brake vacuum pump switch replaced.
64000 mi US $750	The radiator was leaking and had to be replaced.
64700 mi US $120	The fuel filler door hinge bracket broke and had to be replaced. At the same time it was noticed that a front parking bulb also had to be replaced.
82000 mi US $200	PCV hose cracked.
90000 mi US $249	The rear hatch struts had worn out and had to be replaced.
117600 mi US $625	The radiator was leaking. A new radiator was installed along with new hoses. An aftermarket radiator was chosen because the previous replacement OEM radiator only lasted 3 years and would cost more.
120000 mi US $600	The front springs seats failed. I had new spring seats and new struts replaced. I bought the parts from IPD for about $350 and paid the dealer about $250 for installation.
114000 mi US $400	During an oil change, I was told that the front brakes needed replacement. Also, It had a clunky noise. It turned out that the front anti-sway bar end links were worn. Only making noise and not dangerous but I had them done. $400 for all.
142000 mi US $560	Replacing rear rotor & pads.
149000 mi US $120	The passenger side low beam bulb would go in and out, and when out the warning message would display. It turned out that the headlight harness had to be replaced.
151000 mi US $450	Thermostat housing was leaking. Thermostat housing replaced with a new thermostat also.
155000 mi US $191	The front passenger side spring seat broke and the strut was protruding up by about 2 inches. Spring seat replaced.
158000 mi US $141	Front brakes replaced, rotors and pads.
175000 mi US $1600	Check engine light came on. Several repair attempts made and finally successful. Replaced oil trap, mass airflow sensor, sealed an air leak, and something else that I don't remember.

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73300 mi US $130	Replacement of rear lower control arm bushings - was covered under extended warranty. Also fuel door hinge was replaced under warranty. Bushing replace required 4 wheel alignment I had to pay for. Overall, impressed with dealer diagnostics
78000 mi US $923	Right rear door power lock began locking on its own at random times. Entirely new lockset installed. A constant problem even though locks were set not to lock automatically when driving car, this lock would almost always lock. Still happening sometimes. Old CV joint boots split and oil spraying out. Replaced left and right CV boots and sway bars.
55000 mi US $1000	Car was taken in for service by my son in law. It was the routine 98,500 oil change and there were suspension strut parts I think in front suspension that were worn out. Left headlight.

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88000 mi US $300	Driver's door weatherstripping came loose, and had to be replaced.
90800 mi US $1500	Car made a clunking sound when reversing. Took it to the dealer, and some bolts needed to be tightened. Rear parking sensor not working. Per the dealership, the sensors are eroding, and have to be replaced. Passenger front fog light out. Per the dealership, light bulbs melted together, and entire fog light has to be replaced.

45000 mi US $100	Small leak in radiator, parts were ordered and the radiator was replaced. Covered under the Ford ESP extended warranty purchased. $100.00 deductible.
48700 mi US $100	Front passenger wheel bearing was replaced under extended warranty.
66000 mi US $1200	New Rear 4C struts. Big Money Monroe SensaTracs (OEM). Four wheel alignment to remove rear toe. Car rides much better now.
47700 mi US $750	Replaced a/c condenser because of small leak.

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52080 mi C $2300	Alarm started going off for no reason (2x). Replaces one sensor and siren control module. Covered on extended warranty. no deductible because other work done at same time. Pkg brake lining rusted free of shoe, Wedged in shoe & drove it forward, shearing a rectangular boss off the spindle. Replaced spindle, parking brakea, rotors & pads. This a design fault! Replace your pkg brake every 3 winters! replaced ball joint and 4-wheel alignment because of abnormal tire wear. Covered extended warranty $100 deductible.
53320 mi C $100	oil seal leakage of the "bevel gear". Dealer says sleeve was not damaged but new sleeve is part of oil seal kit so it was replaced.
64060 mi C $1684	replaced 4 cracked table bushings RH replaced cracked inner & outer axle boots RH replaced rear wiper motor - stripped gear in winter due to automatic "on" when reverse engaged.
68200 mi C $713	Ignition lock cylinder would not turn past position 1. Common problem, flatbedded to dealer. New cylinder ordered, temp installed. New one installed 3 weeks later.
71300 mi C $739	RR caliper bleed screw partly stripped with very slow leak. Caliper replaced. Caliper was last touched by dealer when parking brake boss was destroyed (see earlier problem). I give very low marks to Volvo Pointe-Claire.
72020 mi C $3466	Upper motor mount Axel seal (FL) minor leak repair
71920 mi C $3200	Throw-out bearing failed. Clutch covered with fluid & throw-out ball bearings destroyed the position sensor & sensor marks on flywheel. Replaced throw-out, clutch, flywheel, rear main seal, inner RH driveshaft seal. Alignment.
75640 mi C $1130	muffler and tailpipe replaced
80600 mi C $3400	seized calipers, warped and worn rotors defective turn indicator switch new timing belt 10 years stitch drivers seat 130K service

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79400 mi US $141	Manifold hose broken, replaced Replaced right front spring seat
81000 mi US $503	Replaced passenger side front hub bearing
83300 mi US $106	Rough idle. Electronic throttle module intake manifold cleaned. Gas cap door would not open. Rear electronic module connector repaired and fuse replaced.
87900 mi US $180	Third brake light was inoperable. Rear tailgate wiring harness repaired.
93300 mi US $985	Replaced left front sway bar link, $127. Whirring sound from front drive train. Bearing was defective, replaced, $528. Left front spring torn through. Part was replaced, $230.
99600 mi US $1778	Replaced front control arm bushings, $666.50. Replaced turn signal stalk, $144.48. Replaced radiator, $967.09.
103500 mi US $941	Replaced Breather box
106500 mi US $450	Faulty fuel pressure sensor diagnosed and replaced, $365. Gas cap leak detected. Gas cap replaced, $85.

48300 mi

US $1500

overheating problem. poor engineering i think. pcv and throttle body

112000 mi US $4000	Need to replace several hoses that had worn, also spark plugs, timing belt replacement (routine)
120000 mi US $750	New Starter and cover for bottom of car, which came off during travel.

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86160 mi

C $1500

Radiator cracked.

76200 mi US $1000	PCV system had a leak.
100800 mi US $400	Needed rear struts

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81200 mi C $200	Replaced the Brake Booster Vacuum Pump
119040 mi C $1400	Engine took a long time to warmup, thermostat needs to be replaced
153840 mi C $150	Muffler hanger rusted, another hanger welded to the mufler
160880 mi C $750	I was getting codes P0101 and P0170 which made me believe there is an issue with the MAF sensor (Mass Air Flow). Unfortunately this was not the issue, it was the PCV system. PCV system replacement Alternator was noisy
177940 mi C $300	Inner and Outer tierods both sides
187240 mi C $400	Acceleration surges - TCM (throttle control module) replaced

82460 mi C $330	Replaced upper and lower engine torque mounts. Replaced sway bar links.
84260 mi C $1100	A/C compressor clutch failed to engage. Mechanic claimed that nobody sells just the clutch unit anymore, so it was a complete compressor re/re job. I have since read that you can sometimes shim the clutch to get it to engage.
90820 mi C $750	Replaced original muffler (just the muffler, nothing else) with an aftermarket Walker muffler.

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42560 mi R 200	The petrol flap was first stuck on open all the time BUT then it switched to being stuck on closed and filling tank was impossible. Fortunately not during a long trip. Repair was relativley painless.
62000 mi R 1000	General maintenance There was a problem with the aircon system but this was repaired later

117000 mi

US $1500

New clutch, slave cylinder, pressure plate

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68000 mi

US $1200

AWD off. Sensor replaced. Warning light came on just as I was leaving the shop. Was told that the DEM is now broken and needs to be fixed. Many more trips to the shop after this.

62000 mi

US $1100

Key lock cylinder jammed up in the ignition. Car would not start. Had to be towed to dealer to await new cylinder from factory.

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147000 mi

US $1400

second transmission replacement in this car.

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46600 mi C $1000	Worn control arm bushings PCV hose broken
49600 mi C $300	Perished motor mount bushing

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104000 mi US $3050	Purchased the car from a private seller, and the transmission started slipping about 1 month later. I had to replace the entire transmission.
115000 mi US $407	Replaced right rear wheel bearing

112000 mi US $507	Engine began to lurch and surge when accelerating Fuel pressure sensor and fuel filter replaced.
127700 mi US $2000	New struts w/springs, new front end suspension components replaced, new rear shocks.
129100 mi US $1100	Car idling very rough at start up...Check engine light on. Independent mechanic installed new MAF. Next day same problem. 2nd new MAF installed. Check engine light on next day. Volvo dealer installed "factory" MAF and carbon cleaned intake system. Car running great since. Original mechanic gave me credit for defective MAF. Volvo mechanic said that "generic" MAF's seldom worked on 2.5 T 5 cyl engine.

77000 mi

US $1200

Radiator

99500 mi US $1200	Lower control arms, inner/outer tie rod ends, sway bar end links, entire strut assembly except for springs.
118000 mi US $330	Entire PCV system.

78000 mi US $506	Tie rods replaced, both sides, and steering alignment completed. Steering felt loose, mechanic confirmed worn tie rods.
105500 mi US $506	Leak in radiator. Radiator replaced with new one. total cost $900 including parts, labor, tax, etc.
114000 mi US $150	Ball joint on left front wheel suspension was making noise when driving over bumps. Service station confirmed and replaced part.
122500 mi US $450	ABS failed two years ago. Dealer estimate to fix was $2600 to replace ABS pump. Local repair shop tested ABS to determine pump failure was due to motor. Had motor rebuilt and replaced for $500. Discount of 10% to display bumper sticker.
140000 mi US $550	a piece of metal broke on the ignition lock, jamming the lock. Tow to home105 miles, locksmith removed metal piece. Common problem on Volvo locks. Don't have dealer fix it, they will order new part from Sweden, will take a week & cost $800.
144800 mi US $287	Noticed poor gas mileage and occasional engine hesitation. Check engine light came on once and service station read the codes. Replaced fuel pressure sensor. Problem solved.
149000 mi US $150	Wagon rear hatch lock was not functioning. Repair shop removed panel and discovered a broken wire to the lock solenoid. Wire spliced and lock is now working.
151500 mi US $1458	Struts replaced. Total cost also included routine maintenance, oil lube filter, etc.
160000 mi US $1500	replace struts
167000 mi US $300	rebuild rear calipers. Rusted, minnesota salt.

51000 mi US $900	had to replace the radiator
57100 mi US $2100	part failed and let coolant mix with oil. Needed new radiator and hoses and had to flush engine.

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55800 mi

€3500

Change of the transmission with refurbished one. Still evaluating replacement.

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135000 mi US $2500	Broken large piece from head of one of the exhaust valves in No. 5 cylinder. Discovered engine has solid lifters. Not sure if valve overheated due to not seating properly because valve stretched. Happened while cruising at 65 MPH.
149000 mi US $300	Check Engine light on. Code P0190 - Fuel Pressure Sensor reads high. Verified with freeze frame data. Problem very intermittant. Replaced sensor with Volvo part. Problem resolved. Scan tool shows MAF sensor reads very high just after startup. Lasts for about one minute. Very high negative STFT after engine goes into closed loop. Tried to clean MAF - NG. Replaced MAF. I am an experienced mechanic.
154600 mi US $320	After running for 20 sec or less from a cold start (overnight), the fuel pressure drops to 282 KPa causing the engine to stall. Press spec 375 - 395 KPa. Swapped PEM module fixed problem. Very tough to catch this issue while failing-scantool.
166000 mi US $1800	Replaced entire exhaust system downstream of the cat due to leaks from corrosion. Replaced front A-arms both sides because the bushings were worn.
177000 mi US $115	The shift lever broke. Could only shift between drive and neutral gears. Bought new shift lever assy at dealer and installed.
180000 mi US $7200	Engine stalls too lean due to low fuel pump pressure 20 sec after a cold start with outside air temp below 40 degF. Engine easily restarted and runs fine rest of day. Replaced pump. See previous attempts to repair - swapped fuel pump module - Feb 2013. Chipped a piece out of one exhaust valve in #3 cyl. Same failure as in Jan 2012 except cyl #3. Had shop install used engine. Catalytic converter melted down this time. Had to swap in new one ($1,900.00 for part).
189100 mi US $350	The previous attempts did not last. Replaced both upper and lower left rear tail light boxes and all socket assy. I haven't had any trouble since. Corrosion destroyed the surface coating at the light socket.
212000 mi US $1726	Replaced both front axles assy with Volvo factory rebuilt axles. Replaced failed directional signal (and other functions) multifunctional sw with Volvo part.

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98500 mi

US $1000

drag links

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51000 mi US $150	Passenger airbag off light comes periodically comes on when someone is sitting in the passenger seat.
99000 mi US $1000	Front axles and boots
113000 mi US $500	Worn out connections

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132000 mi US $1800	misfire due to defective coil. Replaced coil on cyl #4. need another coil on #2 not repaired yet. Replace entire 4-c suspension system and installed new control arms front with new swaybars and end links.
136000 mi US $200	replaced failed coil #2 and o-ring on turbo pressure pipe that was causing check engine light to come on.

52000 mi US $287	Tailgate sometimes won't open. Handle fails to unlatch the tailgate. Driver side heated seat stopped working. New heating unit ordered and replaced. Some stitching of the upholstery was not covered by warranty but the new heating unit was covered.
61300 mi US $349	Check Engine Lamp illuminated- New Emission control software installed by dealer (updated SW version), then the CEL remained illuminated, which leads us to problems 2 and 3 of this Service Visit CEL illuminated. After free Software update, the Fuel Evaporative Pump in the emission system was found to be inoperative. Not covered under Emission Warranty nor Extended Warranty. Cost to me: $348.67 CEL illuminated, after free software update the Brake Pedal Position Sensor was found to be inoperative. This was replaced under extended warranty. BRAKE lamp illuminated w/"BRAKE FLUID LOW- SERVICE URGENT" message. Dealer found brake fluid low, but no leak in brake system. Likely fluid is leaking in the Clutch Slave Cyl, but diagnosis would cost over $1100, so filled fluid only for now.
65500 mi US $1799	Squealing noise noticed at idle, I assumed it was related to serpentine belt, but unfortunately it was failed clutch Pilot Bearing/Throwout Bearing. Replaced clutch assembly (including still serviceable clutch plate).

120000 mi US $100	Coolant reservoir was leaking and replaced.
123000 mi US $5000	clutch slave cylinder started to leak. Replaced clutch and flywheel as a part of the procedure

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60600 mi US $749	Ignition key was starting to NOT work, i.e., could not turn it.
62200 mi US $2700	Front and rear struts replaced and alignment. Decided to have the timing belt done, which is maintenance. Did not expect the strut problem at 78,000 miles. A bit disappointed in the Volvo on this. All wheel drive gear was stripped as was the sleeve. Am becoming very disappointed in this car. That is over $8000.00 in recent repairs with a car that only has a little over 73,000 miles on it.......

131000 mi US $300	replaced right drive axle account torn boots
156000 mi US $1200	replace flexplate and starter account starter bendix spring wore and starter rode on flexplate wearing ring gear.
167000 mi US $500	left rear wheel bearing

59000 mi US $150	I had to replace the engine mount (bushing). The old one had torn apart.
78000 mi US $550	Control Arm Bushing on the front wheels were completely gone, 4 bushing total (2 per side). The rear bushing looked fine. Battery failed test, had to replace Alarm system warning light came on, needed to replace backup module that controls backup siren.
83000 mi US $1000	Radiator was leaking, replaced.

82000 mi US $300	check engine light, temporarily went away after new engine software download emission control system part replaced
86000 mi US $1200	coolant loss--corroded radiator replaced steering groan on turns, loose clamp, replaced
87700 mi US $150	some kind of sensor with the fuel system/turbo
98500 mi US $400	shock mount needed replacing
134000 mi US $500	Ignition switch (where key goes in) broke, had to be replaced
144600 mi US $700	replaced sway bar endlinks upper strut mount replacement
147700 mi US $2000	Oil leak related to valve covers L front bearing failure
152000 mi US $350	replace coolant reservoir due to leak
152500 mi US $400	driver's side seat heater and seat foam replaced
164000 mi US $560	worn bearing making noise, replaced
199000 mi US $500	fuel line leak, replaced; sending unit replaced

103000 mi

US $1700

Took the car in for ongoing over-revving and shifting problems. Best guess is it's a valve body issue with the transmission. Decided to wait a little longer. Instead changed timing belt, water pump, fluid reservoirs, oil, and oil filter.

67580 mi €405	The fuel pressure sensor broke. There were recall 181 in United States, but here in Finland car owners don`t have this law to protect us from breakdowns in the street.
85560 mi €150	inner tie rod end has wore out. I changed both inner and outer ends on both sides and I did a wheel aligment.
142580 mi €1700	AWD stopped to work. Car was only FWD. The teeth of sleeve which connect the transmission to angle gear were worn out. Also the theet of angel gear were worn. Replaced connection sleeve and angel gear.

102000 mi

US $1459

Needed new rear wheel hub assemblies. The bearings were loose and the wheels could wobble side to side.

93000 mi

US $2400

Needed new alternator. It had been replaced 24,000 ago Radiator started leaking, plastic piece of it cracked. Needed new radiator

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81000 mi US $160	Left front wheel bearing failing and creating noise. Replaced. Blower motor power module failure. Fan remained on at all times (even when engine off) and was unresponsive to fan speed dial.
86500 mi US $1100	Leaking output seal, oil noted on transmission housing. R&R. Torn tie rod boot. Tie rod rusted underneath boot, so both tie rod and boot replaced. Lower control arm bushings worn, resulting in increased cabin vibrations and rougher ride. R&R.
94500 mi US $115	Ball joint allowing excessive vertical play and squeaking when turning or going over bumps.
97000 mi US $400	Parking brake shoes delaminated and needed to be replaced. Opted to be proactive and also replace the brake fluid at this time, but the master cylinder failed while the brakes were being bled (Murphy's Law still workS).
105000 mi US $200	Window off one of the blocks (block cracked). Block replaced.

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31000 mi US $250	Leaking radiator. Repaired under warranty. Replaced front brake pads.
76000 mi US $2050	Major suspension issues: lower front control assembly, front strut assembly, rear shocks, and strut mount bushings.
96000 mi US $550	Part of this repair was replacing a previously replaced lower control arm that failed. This, however was a bit less than half of the $550 total for this plus an additional control arm and ball joints.
106000 mi US $3400	Transmission failing to shift to third gear, sometimes spinning, sometimes hard downshifting. Shop suggested changing the transmission valve body rather than replacing the whole tranny. Seems to have worked. Control arm bushings shot on front. Replaced.
111300 mi US $940	Sludge causing the check engine light to go on. Drained oil and viewed lots of sludge. Removed oil pan, scrubbed and replaced it. Replaced filter, o-ring and sealer. Engine smoother now. Also replaced right engine mount.
118000 mi US $4000	The turbo blew up. The mechanic said he had never seen that much smoke, ever. Had to replace and rebuild. Ugh.
145000 mi US $1280	Replaced cracker radiator. Replaced headlamp assembly that had been cracked, allowing water inside and blowing out several successive bulbs.
152300 mi US $1300	Computer went down, reporting serious problems when there were none. Replaced the brain and a couple small issues.
153100 mi US $313	Broken axle. Replaced with OEM refurbished unit. New was six times the cost with the same warranty!
161000 mi US $1720	Throttle unit. Strut mounts
169000 mi US $1000	Radiator replaced. Coolant leaking into engine. Turns out this was not the fix: probable engine block and/or gasket trouble. Likely the end of the line for the vehicle.

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158000 mi US $1100	car was idle hunting, surging, stalling, limp mode of 20 mph max. at first drive system/transmission felt like problem. the engine codes were constantly changing. Bought autel md802 scanner to read actual volvo data to solve the problem. ETM
159500 mi US $198	exhaust camshaft VVT internal short. Replaced. stay tuned for other issues.

113000 mi US $700	Camber was way off- unoticeable from the outside, the tires on the inside edge had completely worn out to the belt. Replaced tires prematurely and bought a camber bolt set (about $100) not installed yet. W/out no camber adjustment.
114000 mi US $180	Had to install camber bolt kit to the front of the car and get the car aligned to set the camber correctly. Without it, I would have worn the inside edges of my tires out again. Apparently this is a known issue- Shame on Volvo!!
163000 mi US $800	Changed out the rear shocks for the first time along with rear sway bar end links. On the front the struts were good (done 30K miles ago) but spring seats & Strut mounts were worn out and we also replaced the front sway bar end links.
192000 mi US $600	One lower control arm bushing was broken. The other was not far behind. Both front ones were replaced.
220000 mi US $1000	Steering rack has been making a grinding noise and hard to turn. Diagnosed it was worn out. Found out that steering racks were changed to a new design after 2004 model. Didn’t want to pay for all lines, steering knuckle etc being swapped so bought a low mileage rack from ErieVovo and had our alignment shop put it in. This fixed the steering problem!

130000 mi

US $1100

Charge air pipe had gash and was letting excess air into intake system. Pipe was replaced. PCV breather system clogged at Oil Trap. Oil Trap and related hoses replaced.

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61000 mi US $300	5speed manual transmission difficult to get into and keep in reverse - problem diagnosed as internal to trans and very expensive to repair, car drivable, have deferred repair for now
68000 mi US $200	Manual transmission - difficult to get into reverse, dealer diagnosed as an internal trans problem requiring replacing the trans. Problem stabilized. Decided to live with it instead of repairing. Car still has the problem.
77000 mi US $2400	5 speed manual trans was difficult to get and keep in reverse. Determined it was an internal trans problem. Opted to have it replaced with a used trans from wrecking yard. Shop swapped transmissions and also replaced clutch and control.
82000 mi US $519	Check engine light repaired with fuel pres sensor and sw upgrade
85000 mi US $727	Purchased new tires and found lower control arm bushings on both sides had failed so had them replaced along with the new tires and alignment

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122000 mi US $4000	Replaced all struts, swaybar links, control arms, tie rod ends, and balljoints
122000 mi US $400	Replaced rotors, pads, brake lines, flushed fluid
131000 mi US $500	Cooling system overhaul due to leaking radiator. Radiator, all hoses, expansion tank, thermostat, fresh coolant

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88000 mi

US $1500

Strut feel off while driving. 2 front struts replaced.

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67000 mi US $1350	Passenger window regulator was replaced ($500). Battery was replaced due to draw ($150). Window modulator caused draw and was replaced ($700). Believe modulator was damaged when regulator was replaced. ARS airbag light is on. Dash module needs to be replaced. $1350. this is nuts. Passed inspection with this, so not replacing it. Mentioned clunk in front end, was told it was a minor motor mount issue and no need to replace at this time.
74000 mi US $1200	brake booster replaced Clunking noise in front end now identified as something minor in the suspension.
74800 mi US $1100	Had misdiagnosed problem. Ball joint failed and wheel came off car, damaging fender. Repaired suspension (ball joint, axle, and universal joint) but not fender.

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99000 mi US $350	Front roll bar stabilizer strut rattling and replaced.
125000 mi US $1200	Started with intermittent SRS message, next intermittent ABS message, then all warning lights, odometer not working. Replaced DIM with reman item, lights still on, then replaced ABS module, lights out. So, what was the real problem, ABS??
175000 mi US $885	Propeller shaft driving rear wheels. Universal joint on end of shaft was worn, leading to vibration. OEM part cost $1200 plus installation. After-market shop got a used one for $600, plus $285 to install. Replaced both tie-rod ends. No symptoms led to this repair, the shop replaced them on their own, much to my dismay.

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62620 mi C $400	DEAD SPOT ON STARTER MOTOR ; CAR WOULD NOT START. HAD TO BE TOWED , AND NEW STARTER (REBUILT) WAS INSTALLED.
63860 mi C $200	mechanic remove muffler shield rattling Mechanic cracked flex pipe in the process of removing shield. Volvo dealer denies anywrong doing. They want 2400.00 to replace flex pipe & catalyst. Ordered aftermarket flex&catalist on line .
63860 mi C $1000	order parts from U.s. on line & had it installed by a shop specialising in imports

127000 mi

US $2600

no problems felt when driving but at what was just a maintenance service it was suggested by the mechanic that front end needed tie rods, ball joints cv boots and that a drive axle would be necessary. we authorized the work.

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68000 mi US $100	Control arm replaced.
71000 mi US $300	excessive vibration in front - replaced engine mount. Replaced control arms, strut housings. Panel display replaced ($1300!)
75000 mi US $214	air compressor noisy, replaced under extended warranty
78000 mi US $100	transmission very occassionally slips. dealer service identified a software upgrade needed for that problem.
79000 mi US $390	Both rear brake calipers replaced
74800 mi US $1000	Struts, considerable bounce on bumps, replaced.
95000 mi US $400	Tailgate switch/mechanism and rear light relay has to be replaced. Troubleshooting rear light/tailgate light issues took hours
115500 mi US $200	replaced right front axle
118000 mi US $700	Replaced catalytic converter replaced front struts and towers
125000 mi US $1800	PCV box Replaced five motor mounts Axle seal right side (was leaking)

49000 mi £3000	Failure of AWD. Main $tealer changed "numerous" parts before solving problem. After much research and talking to other owners/dealers; suggest owners check DEM module and/or temp sensor first before paying out like I did! Volvo not interested warranty ou Electrical "gremlins" causing weird faults with brake lights/instruments and central locking. Charged for new door lock and relay board....cost..a plumbers estimate! Result, still the same this morning, or rather it's worse as the key is stuck in lock!
160800 mi £1500	Disc's, pads, parking brakes and suspension parts. Routine replacement of consumable parts after 10 years and 163,000 miles. I regard this as outstanding wear and tear.
192000 mi £150	Cambelt tensioner and idler pulley bearings worn. Simple and straightforward repair. Reasonable to expect this after nearly 200,000 miles.
203000 mi £1000	Self-levelling rear suspension required changing due to failure of nearside rear unit. Given age and mileage and use of car e.g. towing, load carrying etc., I consider this reasonable wear and tear.

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127000 mi

US $3000

Burnt exhaust valve- rebuild head

151000 mi

US $1200

aftermarket axles front replaced under warranty 2 year Lower right engine mount replaced.

102000 mi

US $2800

Prior to this repair, electronic throttlebody/firmware done. ECU failed after, replaced. Car now shifting rough intermittantly

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218700 mi US $200	cooling system leak in hose
236000 mi US $1900	oil leak from cam drive seal, also replaced timing belt and water pump at same time

156000 mi US $1500	car needed a number of repairs:tie rods,brakes,timing belt,fuel filter
168000 mi US $248	Spark plugs fouled by unknown oil leak, #4 plug miss firing, replaced all plugs, cleaned up all oil, too expensive to replace all engine gaskets, car running strong and well. Spark plugs fouled by unknown oil leak, #4 plug miss firing, replaced all plugs, cleaned up all oil, too expensive to replace all engine gaskets, car running strong and well
173000 mi US $300	broken front axle, replaced
178100 mi US $200	driver window no longer works, cost of new computer chip to fix a whole lot of $$. tailgate will no longer unlock,car won"t pass inspection in Virginia, too expensive to repair

122000 mi US $500	replace lower control arms(bad bushings) and ball joints( not bad yet, PM)
122000 mi US $600	Replaced Strut assemblies, with sachs struts, new strut mounts, stops bearings and boots. Rides great now.
132000 mi US $450	Rear wheel bearings noisy, replaced bearing hub assy
153000 mi US $1300	replace wheel hubs replace ball joints Rebuild left front axel / CV joint
165000 mi US $120	Replaced rear pads and rotors( did not replace the missing parking brake shoes, as Michigan is flat (Mostly). Replaced ignition coils, several have gone bad so replaced the remaining ones, when this one went bad

130000 mi

US $1200

Engine quit while driving, hard starting

84520 mi $1055	Replacement of steering rack replaced cracked engine mount
93500 mi $100	Intake manifold turbo pressure sensor
106640 mi $400	Replacement of crank speed sensor holder

141000 mi US $300	Tried to get alignment and found inner and outer tie rods needed replacing.
147000 mi US $300	Wheel bearing on right side making noise so replaced both bearings
167600 mi US $1200	calipers needed work. hard shifting. Transmission fluid changed.

53976 mi US $444	Front and rear stabilizer links
62599 mi US $254	Replaced upper engine torque mount
73475 mi US $1520	Front end rebuilt (Coil spring,Strut mount bushing, inner tie rod)
75259 mi US $1075	Alternator and tensioner
168000 mi US $500	Driver side wheel bearing replaced
185000 mi US $300	Pcv system replaced. Head gasket replaced. Oil pump seal replaced. Oil sump o-rings replaced.

90000 mi US $800	Steering fluid reservoir was leaking. New reservoir, hoses and clamps were installed. New front brake discs New front and rear brake pads Two new rear position bulbs New power steering fluid reservoir and hose clamps (old reservoir leaked)
94000 mi US $4600	Transmission failed and was replaced with a re-manufactured one.

40800 mi US $320	Replaced accelerator pedal
42700 mi US $950	Oil leaks appeared Pressure tube cleaned and replaced. O rings replaced.
76000 mi US $1000	Radiator replaced

93000 mi

US $1000

Electrical system short was blowing out fuel pump. Went through 2 fuel pumps.

53336 mi C $290	Right front wheel bearing
64841 mi C $290	Right rear wheel bearing.
91412 mi C $290	Right front wheel bearing.
99480 mi C $290	Left rear wheel bearing.
115121 mi C $290	Left front wheel bearing.
124000 mi C $492	Right front wheel bearing needed replacing, again. Third time since 86025km. Car now has 200100km.
141980 mi C $888	Engine, ABS and anti-skid lights came on during 1000 km trip. Required replacing the engine speed sensor and turbo boost sensor. Replaced right front cracked Reluctor ring.
148800 mi C $220	Replaced rear wiper motor with recycled part.
153140 mi C $734072	Replaced inner tie rod and front control arm bushings.
166740 mi C $114	Studs holding converter/muffler rusted out allowing flange to separate. With new gasket and studs, I was on my way.
172980 mi C $701	Replaced lower steering U-joint Replaced park brake shoes and right front brake flex hose.

93620 mi C $175	Upper, lower and side engine mounts replaced
95480 mi C $300	Ignition Coils Replaced
109740 mi C $115	B4 Servo Cover replaced. Front and rear swaybay endlinks replaced.
111600 mi C $400	Left Rear Hub Bearing replaced. Resonator replaced
112220 mi C $1000	Replaced struts/shocks/springs/spring mounts. One front spring cracked at bottom mount location
117800 mi C $100	Replacement of all vacuum line and turbo hoses. Replaced worn OEM with silicone for longer life.
122140 mi C $150	Replaced RR caliper to correct severe sticking Siren module non-replaceable batteries worn out after 8 years. Module replaced with used one that is actually worse than original. Owner will attempt to repair original with custom battery pack. Volvo really screwed up on this design.
130200 mi C $150	Left front wheel bearing replaced
130200 mi C $250	DIM (Driver Instrument Module) failed resulting in no speedo, tach, etc. Replaced with used since dealer cost would be $1000 new. Still have SRS light on, but at least car is drivable.
184140 mi C $275	Gear selection sensor failed. car would not go into gear without throwing a CEL (P0705) and going into "Limp Home" mode.
187240 mi C $250	New control arms/bushings/and ball joint on remaining side.
194060 mi C $150	Replaced upper strut mounts and plates due to worn bearings
200740 mi C $150	Failed halfshaft. Replaced with rebuilt.
206460 mi C $150	Replaced upper and lower right motor mounts
208940 mi C $300	Replaced steering pump due to bearings going out. Also required control arm bushings and ball joint on drivers side due to road damage (thanks to poor road maintenance this winter) and all sway bar links to be replaced.
212660 mi C $500	Replaced exhaust system from the cat to the rear. Original finally blew out the packing from the rear muffler.
215800 mi C $200	Replaced right front wheel bearing and reluctor ring
221520 mi C $450	Replaced alternator due to completely worn brushes and shorted diode pack
230640 mi C $300	Replaced lower steering shaft due to worn U-joint Replaced both front struts and sway bar end links due to accelerated wear caused by bad roads (winter damaged) Replaced upper and lower engine torque mounts due to accelerated wear caused by rough, winter-damaged roads Replaced front sway bar bushings with poly replacements.
232500 mi C $100	Replaced LH front halfshaft under warranty due to noise from inner CV. Replaced LH front ball joint due to wear
242420 mi C $100	Turbo oil supply pipe rusted through causing oil leak.

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69384 mi C $670	L/F hub bearing replaced P/S reservoir cracked/leaking and suction hose leaking. Both units replaced. L/F hub bearing replaced P/S reservoir cracked/leaking and suction hose leaking. Both units replaced.
75020 mi C $125	Improper/bodged previous repair (before I bought it) of turn signal bulb and socket was repaired.
79360 mi C $800	Bloody computer-controlled alternator crapped out. $450 part, plus a couple of hours to replace because it is buried under the PS pump. Idiotic system design and part placement.
89188 mi C $1130	RF inner tie rod RF engine mount Four wheel alignment

233000 mi US $190	Small leak on transmission around seal to front axle
251000 mi US $600	Replaced leaking seals in transaxle, rear wheel drive transfer. Replaced leaking seals in power steering.
263000 mi US $800	Rough shifting from 3rd to 4th and 4th to 5th Sometimes from 2nd to 1st. Replaced motor mounts. Multiple bounces after going over a bump. Replaced shocks.
267100 mi US $460	replaced alternator replaced turbocharger hose
272000 mi US $1000	Electronic Valve Control for fuel intake failed
282000 mi US $1041	Electronic Control Module on the Gas Pedal was replaced
283000 mi US $160	Replaced Speed sensors
283000 mi US $300	Brakes work fine but warning lights say brake failure. Replaced BCM. Warnings persist. Will inspect ECM next

86000 mi

US $1600

All 5 Coils failed, one complete short. After market equipment replaced. Catalytic converter code tripped check engine light. Cat converter failed, likely due to ignition problem, too much unburned fuel flushed through it.

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98000 mi

US $4000

alternator failed

103000 mi US $900	ignition coil replacement, turbo sensor replacement ($1300)
114300 mi US $1600	Broken driver side ft spring; worn tie rod ends
116000 mi US $610	Sunroof drains clogged, caused interior flooding in rains. Dealer removed and replaced drains and removed entire carpet and underlayment to dry it out.
128500 mi US $1000	Replaced cracked radiator, all hoses and thermostat body Ruptured low pressure power steering lines from contact with chassis. Replaced high and low pressure lines.
131000 mi US $185	Power Steering lines (just replaced) came unthreaded from steering rack.

82000 mi US $800	Sealed transmission leak. Replaced rear hatch struts. Intercooler hose replaced.
97200 mi US $145	A/C needed flushing and recharging, after almost ten years of use.
100000 mi US $450	Left front engine mount broken and replaced.
109000 mi US $865	Replaced defective cooling fan and module.
114000 mi US $125	Transmission needs replacing, along with the front half shafts. Cost will be $9500+, for a car worth $4500. Declined work and will nurse the car along.
123000 mi US $185	The sunroof drain line was clogged, causing water to pool on the passenger floor when it rained or I went to the car wash.
87000 mi US $9500	Replace transmission, half shafts, engine mounts, upper strut mount. Tuneup.

86800 mi

A $1100

transmission was intermittently hesitating and shifting harshly. mechanic flushed and replaced fluid, which was quite dirty.

96348 mi

US $1036

Power Brake Booster Replaced Power Brake Booster Replaced

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71857 mi US $239	Replaced faulty driver's door lock assembly
72834 mi US $216	Key would not turn in ignition lock. Replaced faulty Ignition Lock Assembly. Repair cost did not include towing to shop for repair
107245 mi US $688	Replaced leaking power steering reservoir. Replaced timing belt,timing belt tensioner,serpentine belt Replaced leaking power steering reservoir
110738 mi US $400	Evap canister clogged,evap hoses starting to crack. Replaced valve and two hoses. Evap cannister clogged, evap hoses starting to crack. Replaced valve and two hoses
118000 mi US $300	motor mount "sagging" Motor mount replaced. left motor mount "sagging".Replaced
123000 mi US $558	Ignition lock bound up internally,replaced lock cylinder. Note same problem occurred three years ago while under extended warranty.
146000 mi US $1452	Instrument cluster goes dead.Will come back when hitting a bump in road.Scanned for fault codes.Found DIM has internal fault,requires replacement.New instrument cluster,software downloaded
151000 mi US $225	R&R bent suspension stay right rear. Shop says common with this model year, they keep the part in stock. Perform 4 wheel alignment due to replacement.
159000 mi US $276	front brake hoses cracked. R&R hoses, bleed brake system, road test, recheck for leaks.
168000 mi US $440	Voltage regulator failed. Replaced. Wife was at the store, and on the 1/2 mile drive home it "started running really bad."
168800 mi US $524	Alternator clutch pulley bearing failed, destroyed serpentine belt. Replaces serpentine belt,acc.belt tensioner,alternator pulley.
174000 mi US $299	remove right front wheel and axle.Remove damaged grease boot,grease,install new protective boot,reinstall axle and wheel

55000 mi US $1600	Replace lower bushing and tie rod
62000 mi US $1200	60,000 mile service including door latch
80000 mi US $3850	Needed rear main seal. Powers steering pump Struts New dash module.
96000 mi US $1500	New Dash board.

123800 mi US $600	DIM went out. Dealer sent it to a third party to rebuild.
185000 mi US $2800	Cam seals blew--in addition to replacing the seals, additional preventative maintenance items were completed.

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147000 mi

US $1100

AC condenser had to be replaced--magnetic clutch kept disengaging

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90000 mi US $7000	Transmission went out and was replaced. It continues to have problems and the repair caused two more problems that had to be repaired.
98000 mi US $300	Car was taken in for the window motor to be looked at. Mechanic said radiator needed to be replaced and was about to cause the engine to seize up. Repair would have cost $1400. window would not roll up. Cost $300 to be repaired.

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71300 mi $450	The engine head gasket was broken and the oil has been spilled on the exhaust system, this issue caused that the windshield was tarnished, end low quickly the right oil level.
76260 mi $1500	wrong function in circuit from the clutch torque converter of the gearbox - was necessary to change the electronic valve box. This repair was very unfortunate because the agency doesn't have the spare part to be replaced.

114080 mi C $935	Thermostat gasket has been changed Two new universal joints.
114080 mi C $1300	2 shock absorber and 2 spring (1 completely broke on the way to garage) in front + gasket bolt + exhaust sealer and oil change. all repair for $1300.

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117000 mi US $3457	Replaced both front lower control arms. R & R upper engine mount. Replaced right front Cv axle & inner CV boot. Replaced leaking radiator. Replaced front tie rod. Replaced turbo drain tube gaskets.
138500 mi US $580	Replaced the water pump, the freeze plug was leaking.

76000 mi US $1518	Faulty oxygen sensor causing Check Engine light to be on. Replaced sensor. Leak in radiator. Replaced Radiator.
80000 mi US $1140	Excessive bounce in suspension, tires 'cupping'. Replaced front struts and spring rubber as well as rear shocks.
87000 mi US $380	extreme rough idle and frequent stalls and hesitation at speed - Mass Air Flow sensor replaced Excessive play in front end - replaced rt and left control arm bushings
91000 mi US $475	Misfire caused by bad coil packs on two cylinders
95000 mi US $190	'Chirp' from blower motor. Replaced blower motor.
96000 mi US $100	Check Engine Light on due to clogged crankcase ventilation system. replaced oil separator and crankcase vent hoses.
100000 mi US $355	Engine missing severely with intermittent 'check engine' light. Dealer replaced bad ignition coil.
105000 mi US $100	Replaced front hydraulic engine mount (rubber split and hydraulic fluid leaked out) and lower transmission torque mount (torn bushing).
109000 mi US $400	Car was pulling to the right and 'wandering'. Control arm bushings worn - replaced.
117500 mi US $220	Emissions fault code set due to faulty oxygen sensor. Replaced both upstream and downstream sensors.
132200 mi US $250	Replaced left and right control arms due to worn bushings

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137000 mi US $1200	Air conditioning intermittent, compressor clutch disengages when hot.
149000 mi US $520	Front suspension noise. Both front strut mounts had failed.
176000 mi US $1100	Rear shocks weak Brake pedal position sensor failed Front left swaybar end link loose Purge valve leaking
202000 mi US $1600	RF brake hose split Axle boot split, axle was dry, replaced axle shaft Lower control arm bushings worn
217000 mi US $100	Throttle body intake hose disconnectd
241000 mi US $1300	Vehicle shows "Engine System Service Urgent", new electronic throttle module installed, message returned several days later. Currently waiting on new throttle position sensor assembly.
244000 mi US $450	See June 2010 response, "Engine System Service Urgent" Message
251000 mi US $450	Right front wheel hub and bearing noisy, Repair and replace hub and bearing assembly.
265000 mi US $1390	Front struts leaking, replaced along with upper strut mounts. Front and rear sway bar links making noise, replaced Front ball joints worn, replaced
267000 mi US $250	Replace ignition coils
270000 mi US $500	While performing brake pad and rotor replacement (4 wheel), noted one front caliper with torn boot and one rear caliper siezed. Replaced all four calipers, brake pads snd rotors, and park brake shoes and hardware. Flushed brake fluid. Inner and outer tie rods exhibited excessive play. Remove and replace.
279000 mi US $700	Lower control arm bushings split LF RF, replace lower control arms with new control arms with upgraded bushings.

107860 mi C $1100	Intermittent crank/no start, then stalling. Replaced fuel pump - did not fix it. Replaced tank sender unit. Apparently fixed.
114780 mi C $400	Tone rings corroded, cracked & broken, replaced with Volvo parts
119820 mi C $300	Front muffler exhaust flange rusted & cracked. Replaced front muffler with aftermarket. Cost includes investigative work for fuel filling issue (see September).
120280 mi C $300	Mechanic did investigative work for me and found no problem with EVAP system or venting from fuel tank. I removed the fuel pump and accidentally removed the flap valve inside tank. This cured the filling problem.
120780 mi C $300	Oil leak from turbo oil supply pipe. Pipe to be replaced (on order)
130200 mi C $300	Alternator replaced. 0 volt output (likely brushes/regulator) but bearings rough & housing cracked so replaced with rebuilt unit.
140740 mi C $1000	Ball joint

85560 mi C $1100	(2) Ball Joints (2) Lower Control Arm ("LCA") bushings (2) Upper Spring Seats (HD/XC90 spring seats installed per owner instructions)
97340 mi C $900	HP piping + labour.
97840 mi C $1800	HP line and AC compressor replacement
736560 mi C $400	Tailgate gas struts Zimmermann/Akebono front brake job

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93000 mi

US $1500

Losing power and cutting off at low speeds - dealer replaced two Yaw Rate Sensors. Problem was not remedied.

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131000 mi US $320	driving light bulbs both replaced, routine oil change, new cabin filter, spark plug change
139000 mi US $480	replacement of right wheel bearing
147000 mi US $640	mass air sensor replaced
157000 mi US $298	door lock actuator on right, rear door needs replacing. part ordered.
180500 mi US $300	new thermostat required
190000 mi US $600	service engine light came on at start up. engine was sputtering and irregular / smoking. vehicle was flat bedded to dealer, said to be blocked PCV, cleaned temporarily until we decide whether or not to keep vehicle.
190000 mi US $1700	clean PCV valve which was blocked, preventing engine from breathing and so-oil service also done replaced plugs/wires/coil replaced leaking hose on turbo state inspection and emission testing
195000 mi US $200	replaced wiper arm on boot
190000 mi US $1600	replace drivers side control arm

96000 mi US $1360	Transmission would "clunk" when shifting from reverse to drive when warm. It would typcially take approximately 5 seconds to engage into drive when warm. Also had a lurching problem during freeway driving while at speed.
97000 mi US $100	Had to replace Auto Dimming Rear View Mirror. Mirror would not dim.
104000 mi US $100	Replaced left front wheel bearing inner and outer tie rod ends loose
150000 mi US $650	Hole in radiator. Replace radiator.

122000 mi US $140	Alternator replaced.
125000 mi US $150	Rear wheel bearing replaced
128000 mi US $300	Replaced noisy front bearings/hub assemblies.
153000 mi US $350	Camshaft seals replaced along with oil soaked timing belt.
185000 mi US $1800	Burned #3 valve. Replaced with a rebuilt head.

88000 mi US $123	Catalytic converter code ECM-4801 was present. Cause unknown, but all five ignition coils had cracks in them and were suspected. Coils were replaced. #5 above is true, but code problem still not fixed: CEL returned after fix (cat ruined?). Internal transmission component broke (likely parking gear), resulting in loud rattle noise on operation. Entire transmission replaced. Charge is for diagnostic work for CEL.
94000 mi US $1316	Exhaust manifold gasket replaced, emissions test (passed) Thermostat replaced, antifreeze replaced.
107000 mi US $625	Diagnosed intermittent fluctuating idle that briefly drops to 500 rpm then jumps to 900 rpm before stabilizing at 700 rpm. Crankcase pressure test found clogged PCV system and dirty throttle body. Declined repair at this time. Will DIY later. Diagnosed "Engine System Service Required" message and orange triangle warning light. Code for brake pedal position found. Declined repair at this time. Will DIY repair later.
136000 mi US $340	Erratic idle and surging due to clogged PCV box and vacuum hoses, dirty intake manifold & throttle body. PCV system and intake/throttle body components cleaned or replaced as needed. Passenger side sway bar end link broke. Replaced both end links and also both front struts, which had 130k miles on them and were worn (strut bearings and spring seats OK -- not replaced). Was getting "turn signal bulb failure" error message, even though all bulbs OK. Both (!) front turn signal sockets were bad: metal spring contacts corroded and/or worn out. Replaced both socket assemblies. Volvo Handsfree Bluetooth unit would no longer pair with mobile phones. Replaced old unit with new one.
136000 mi US $200	Car went into limp mode w/CEL and ENGINE SYSTEM SERVICE URGENT msg. Codes showed electronic throttle position sensor error. Cleaned MAF and throttle body--problem returned within 50 mi. Replaced throttle body with used part. Fixed.
137000 mi US $774	CEL on; DTC catalytic converter efficiency code. Catalytic converter no longer functioning and was replaced with a new aftermarket catalytic converter.
148000 mi US $700	Rear shocks replaced. Four-wheel alignment performed.
151000 mi US $450	Passenger-side front drive axle CV joint(s) worn and causing vibration under accelleration/load. Replaced worn axle/CV unit with remanufactured unit.
164900 mi US $1260	Intake cam shaft seal failed with major loss of engine oil. Leaking oil saturated timing belt, which required replacement of belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Changed oil and filter. Car was towed to shop ($75).
177000 mi US $400	Thermostat sticking open; replaced. Had routine maintenance (oil change, etc) performed while car was in shop. New oil leak from previous cam shaft seal discovered during inspection; repaired under warranty.
182700 mi US $167	Replaced brake booster due to vacuum seal failure
184000 mi US $628	Left front axle assembly replaced due to worn CV joints Replaced right front spring seat, which was cracked. Front crank seal leaking; replaced under warranty

130000 mi

US $1600

Cam seals leaking required replacement along with PCV oil trap replacement. Oil damaged timing belt also replaced.

156300 mi US $2000	Shocks, lower control arms, motor mounts
160500 mi US $700	Heater core leaking
167000 mi US $100	Repair coolant line to turbo

77000 mi US $600	Sway bar links worn and noisy. Front A-frame bushings cracked at disintegrating.
91100 mi US $240	spring tower end plate, center sleeve came loose
93200 mi US $1000	Cracked ignition coils, all 5 replaced. Crankcase ventilation system gummed up, replaced.
96200 mi US $100	Bushings, right front lower suspension. Shaking during acceleration horn and lower beams not working.
97000 mi US $370	i had work done be an independent shop. They neglected to tighten lower control are bolts and other items. The dealer replaced the front struts using my parts from IPD and corrected the problems caused by the independent mechanic.
100000 mi US $620	Fuel level sensor failed. Part not stocked by dealer.

69000 mi US $680	Front spring tower cap had center bushing separated from rubber body. Dealer replaced both, while only one appeared to be bad.
76000 mi US $1400	crankcase ventilation system was gummed up, caused poor running and check engine light to come on. lower front motor mount, rubber disintegrated and separated
76700 mi US $270	Missing, running rough. Suspected bad ignition coils since my other car, identical to this one, had this problem this year.
82200 mi US $640	Transmission shifted roughly when slowing down and shifting into 2nd and 1st gears. Valve controlling shifting was replaced and transmission control software was updated.
83000 mi US $650	Windshield wiper drive gear mechanism stripped. The dealer replaced the wiper motor, which included the failed part.
86300 mi US $3386	Hard shifting up and down and flaring between gears after warmup of 5 or so miles. One time car locked in 4th gear and would not shift until it cooled off. Bad repair shop, ended up successfully disputing the charge.
87000 mi US $427	Previous repair shop tore C/V joint boots. $426.50.
88000 mi US $8060	Transmission shop attempted repair, had the car 52 days, trans failed after 50 miles and would not shift at all. Dealer replaced trans with factory rebuilt trans, $6000. Now working fine. Crankcase positive ventilation was clogged and resulting pressure blew out rear cam seals and softened coolant hose. $999.
96000 mi US $580	Front Oxygen sensor, not working properly for several months. Check engine light on. Running rough at times.
98000 mi US $900	Radiator leak. Replace Radiator with new

133000 mi US $3500	Fault codes traced to faulty catalytic converter and cracked evap cannister j-hose Tech found front struts leaking hydraulic fluid and the mounts were cracked. Replaced front struts and mounts. Front lower transmission mount worn with excessive play. Replaced. Intermittent fault code. Intermittent short within turbo control valve. Replaced turbo control valve.
150000 mi US $452	Replaced air flow meter. (I hope I noted this correctly in the system section above)
152000 mi US $620	Right wheel bearing was worn so entire wheel hub and bearing assembly had to be replaced (bearing was not separate because it is an AWD vehicle). Left front window was off the track. Left front door window regulator had to be replaced.
157000 mi US $600	Left rear wheel bearing unit was replaced.
187000 mi US $2000	needed to repair/replace an axle
204000 mi US $2219	broken front right coil spring -- replaced both front struts and springs and mounting plate rear brakes frozen with rust caliper

148500 mi US $738	Blew cam shaft seals resulting in loss of engine oil, had water pump, belts replaced at same time.
149000 mi US $146	Driver's side window fell into door and had to be put back into place. System had to be reprogrammed.
149300 mi US $200	Strut and mount broke, actually in June, but was unable to get it fixed. Along with broken strut, other strut, tie rod end,strut boots Part of problem with broken strut on passenger side. Window fell into door a second time requiring another repair and a replacement of the motor as well as the brackets.
151000 mi US $125	Power steering was leaking. Hoses and clamps tightened and fluid replaced. Was noted that brake hoses will need to be replaced within the next two months.

101800 mi US $2780	Front struts, control arm and R&P bushings replaced due to wear. Found during an alignment. Had noticed a rattle but assumed it was loose plastic.
106000 mi US $1500	Broken rack and pinion, loss of power steering.

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98580 mi C $1260	Replace entire exhaust system. Heater core leaked - coolant flooded electronics in dash panel and interior of car. Replaced dipped beam headlight
101060 mi C $5500	valves clattering, PCV hose blocked, leaking Transmission slipping becoming increasingly severe, cannot accelerate rapidly at all, replacement required est cost installed C$5K. Then transmission died.

150000 mi US $2000	Frozen e-brake scrambled driver's rear knuckle (wheel hub mount) Knuckle replaced along with all e-brake components.
171600 mi US $115	Transmission was diagnosed as needing repair. Update: the transmission shifting bugaboo was left as a matter of opinion - my GF thought it to be a problem, and worried about it, I did not. Sensors indicate an O2 or catalytic converter issue. Snapped the passenger side spring. eBrake cable frozen. Repairable. Update: later found cable ends to be okay, only adjusted forward tensioner.
179000 mi US $320	Installed new O2 sensor (rear), replaced rear vacuum resv. and J hose. After working on the CEL and various codes for over a year, I finally found the issue to be the rear 'J' hose to the rear EVAP canister. Possibly source of three codes.

79000 mi US $450	Replaced starter which had been having intermittent issues
107900 mi US $1100	Blown gasket resulting in loss of oil pressure

185000 mi

US $1200

The cam seal blew leaking oil on the right side. Poor thing bled out in my driveway. The timing belt was coated as well and replaced also. Total Cost $1200.

101000 mi US $1850	105K service, including replacement of timing belt, water pump, and radiator. Cost is for entire service. Radiator alone was about $775.
103000 mi US $170	Right low beam headlamp replaced.
113000 mi US $1200	Replaced both lower control arms due to bushing failure. Timing gear sensor, camshaft adjustment solenoid
122000 mi US $500	Replace lower right motor mount. Replaced upper front strut mounts.
123700 mi US $1000	Front struts, strut mounts, and rear shock absorbers were replaced. Smoothness of the ride had deteriorated.
134000 mi US $550	Replacement of a failed clutch in the AC compressor.
141300 mi US $1000	Replaced the electronic throttle control, which was causing uneven idle and some surging while driving at steady speed. This was warranty item, if done within ten years of first sale, but not the case here. Repair was very successful.
147000 mi US $865	Engine surging again. ETM was replaced under warranty, but the PCV system was clogged. Cleaned it and replaced the oil trap/hoses etc.

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100000 mi US $176	recurring shimmy at 60mph. in addition to new tires (nokian wr suv), replaced left front lower ball joint, which had been replaced previously at 83K miles.
102300 mi US $233	signal arm malfuntioning and was replaced
111000 mi US $1200	Throttle body and software replaced. Past ten year limit and warranty from Volvo, paid 100% out of pocket

87420 mi

C $1200

Car made strange sounds during driving. Volvo dealer claimed no problem existed. Another mechanic also said no problem. Finally, one mechanic discovered ball joints and other suspension parts needed replacing. Problem resolved thereafter. Check transmission light came on. Volvo recommended 4 updates: Transmission Control Module, Engine Control Module, Network, Body

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120000 mi US $360	Replaced defective oil trap.
128900 mi US $1400	Replaced entire front suspension: struts, spring seats, lower control arms, inner/outer tie rods, sway bar link, 2 front tires, alignment
145000 mi US $120	Replaced passenger motor mount and torque mount

100000 mi

US $2100

steering fluid losses front axle replacement.

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222000 mi US $3000	Replace rear wheel bearings
224900 mi US $500	Front wheel bearing

92000 mi US $500	Power steering pump needed to be replaced.
140000 mi US $4000	Replaced power steering pump replace replace strut mounts, struts, control arm bushings replace vent box, oil pan, engine seal
147300 mi US $800	Alarm system wouldn't turn on; moonroof wouldn't open; battery was draining -- somehow all of these were related to some electrical fault

98000 mi US $877	Left directional front socket replaced, still a problem. Front tires rubbing, so mud flaps removed. Others--steering column grinding noise and alarm problem--have not been repaired. Tailgate latch replaced.
100000 mi US $380	New Pegasus wheel split in half and blew out a new 235-45-ZR17 Falken 452 tire. All the Volvo dealers in Alexandria Virginia did not have a Pegasus wheel in stock. And told me it would take three days to get one to the dealer. "Bypass Alexandria Virginia!
102000 mi US $141	Right directional blinks fast and then shuts off.
119500 mi US $399	Replaced outer axle boot drivers side. Replaced faulty battery failure. Replaced coolant reservoir tank. Replaced broken fuel door hinge.
129200 mi US $1380	Brake vacuum booster! Replace headlights! Water leaks in headlight. air conditioner noise and water leak inside cabin drivers side! Directional signals still not functioning correctly. Volvo Dealer can not find problem going on three years to date. Can anyone in our group help?
141000 mi US $349	Problem was fuel/air mix sensor, Volvo dealer did not have part in stock. diagnostic charge, $81.00. I ordered part from auto parts website and it was shipped, I had my local garage install it. Total cost diagnostic/parts/labor $349.00.
146000 mi US $262	Replace all motor mounts.
167000 mi US $200	Engine light check for gas tank recycle hose crack.

99000 mi US $182	Protective road weather shield became loose and it began to fall off, hitting the road surface. Had to be removed, ordered a replacement and then install new item.
102000 mi US $1400	Oil was being blown out of the engine, not sure how else to describe it. ignition switch had to be replaced

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168000 mi US $4000	Transmission failure required complete replacement. Also replaced a front drive line. power steering pump replaced
177000 mi US $3800	Burned exhaust valve Catalytic converter replacement

121300 mi

US $4500

Forward gear was gone. Repaired car, then sold it.

34720 mi €227	CD based Sat Nav was looking for disc cartridge to be removed and reinserted. Auto electrician took unit apart and discovered laser was misaligned and very dirty.
42160 mi €1300	Self levelling suspension replaced

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78000 mi US $120	ABS module failure
80000 mi US $1000	Radiator leak, required replacement of radiator
105000 mi US $350	Seat heater element burned on passenger side; replaced seat heater element and updated seat foam while the cover was off

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98040 mi C $150	Software update
99820 mi C $1000	Lots of repairs due to neglected vehicle, including alternator, brakes, engine mount, electrical/electronic issues, transmission. Maintenance items. All good now.

120000 mi

US $1600

Head gasket replacement

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136000 mi US $150	Aisin Warner AW55-51SN Automatic Transmission shifting erractically and clunking between gears and in/out of park. Replaced valve body. Shifting is much improved; still a bit of clunking. Front suspension Strut Mount Top rubber seats both failed - rubber around metal bushing failed. Happens about every three years....also replaced sway bar end links since the last two times they were also bad.
137000 mi US $100	Coolant reservoir tank outlet flange failed (plastic too old?). New hose would not maintain a seal. Replaced tank.

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92000 mi US $1200	Diagnosed and replaced speed sensor in wheels/brakes - related to ABS false readings. Replaced parking brake cable
98000 mi US $300	Oxygen sensor replaced because of CEL. CEL came back on.

126000 mi US $1800	Drive shaft was broken where it meets the angle gear. While in shop, the main suspension parts were replaced as well. Struts, shocks were replaced as the car was noticeably getting more bouncy on bumps and swayed more around corners. This is the first suspension job in the 9 years of the car's life.
142000 mi US $350	I replaced my front CV Axles. No shop, I did the work myself in about an hour.

106000 mi US $750	Leaking radiator replaced.
107600 mi US $230	Replaced inner tie rod
112000 mi US $615	Replaced broken shiftlock button on gear shift selector. Rear tailgate anchor clips. Torn upper engine mount. Sway bar end link.
112600 mi US $690	Replaced broken driver's side front axle shaft.
113000 mi US $680	Replaced engine coolant sensor and thermostat Replaced rear window washer pump
115486 mi US $459	Replaced torn left front upper strut mount; adjusted parking brake; replaced right low beam headlamp. Replaced left front upper strut mount; adjusted parking brake
118000 mi US $1713	Replaced heater core. Replaced left front brake caliper (seized), both front brake hoses, front pads, rotors. Replaced left outer tie-rod. Replaced heater core. Replaced left front brake caliper (seized), both front brake hoses, front pads, rotors, left outer tie rod end.
122000 mi US $318	Right headlight assembly reflective coating deteriorated; would not pass inspection without repair.

118000 mi US $230	Idle speed was fluctuating, almost cutting out. Dealer cleaned throttle.
128000 mi US $1200	Engine quit shortly after re-fueling. Shop diagnosed fuel pump-replaced
131000 mi US $417	radiator was leaking. Replaced
135000 mi US $140	Car would not run. Fuel pump relay replaced
139000 mi US $300	A malfunctioning coil, or power pack, for one of the spark plugs was replaced. The spark plugs were also replaced as routine maintenance.
140000 mi US $150	water reservoir leaking; replaced

110000 mi US $350	Cracked coolant reservoir causing slow loss of coolant
122000 mi US $250	Car has a design flaw. With factory roof rack rain water pools along trim above drivers door.When drivers electric window is opened in inclement weather, water drips onto window switch panel in door arm rest. Durable though, lasted 9 yrs and 120Kmiles!
123000 mi US $120	Power steering fluid line was leaking at the return flange on the power steering rack. Tightened fitting, topped off reservoir and drove away. Leak was severe enough that fluid had to be added @ 20 mile intervals en route to shop.
132000 mi US $300	Replaced faulty window switch previously replaced at 120K +/-
142000 mi US $250	Remote locking acting up. Front passenger door intermittently will not close without 10 or more clicks on remote, drivers door requires key from time to time (remote will not open) Ordered parts.
142700 mi US $600	Multiple spark plug mounted Bosch ignition "magentos" replaced
145300 mi US $900	Ball joints/Tie rod ends worn. after 11 yrs and 150KMiles pretty good service. Installed door actuator, which was not the correct part. Resolved with a mechanical adjustment.
146000 mi US $700	Leaking front strut/shock. Replaced.
152000 mi US $150	Replaced lock module on passenger door--door window/lock controller in the armrest. Starter relay replaced

151000 mi

US $3850

Replaced driveshaft and angle gear. Each part was $1k just for the part, not including labor. !@#$%&* OUCH!!!!!!!!

139000 mi US $400	Replaced cam adjust solenoid and spark plug coil.
152000 mi US $625	ETS light on.Car went into "limp home" mode.Towed to Volvo dealer.Scanned with computer & said it was battery cable problem although other fault codes pointed to Elect. Throttle Mod.(which was under warranty).Replaced 1 battery cable myself.Prob.not fixed 2nd trip in a week for Electronic Throttle Module problem.Dealer said it was bad battery cables and replaced 2 for $576. ETM under warranty but they refuse to replace. Picked up car and broke down again the next day. Volvo dealer wanted to perform ETM cleaning ($550)and then replace PCV ($600) before replacing ETM under warranty. I removed the ETM myself and had it rebuilt by firm in Colorado for $600 plus shipping. Replaced it,problem solved. Not happy with Volvo.
158000 mi US $500	Drive shaft to rear wheel had a bad CV Joint that was making a lot of noise and needed to be replaced. Part was $280 + labor $220.
164300 mi US $5000	Transmission died. $2,600 for a reman from Volvo. $2,000 labor.
162000 mi US $3800	Transmission went out. Install rebuilt transmission. Replace motor mounts. Replace tie rod ends.
162000 mi US $140	ETS light came on. Dealer recommended replacing ETM unit. I diagnosed low voltage to ETM. Possibly needing new generator.... Noise coming from front rt. wheel area. Dealer rec. replacing struts and ball joint.
161000 mi US $130	Coolant needed to be added frequently. Smelled antifreeze when heater turned on. Found leaked antifreeze under driver & passenger floor mats. Replaced heater core.
179000 mi US $500	Car runs rough. check engine light came on. gave codes for throttle position sensor

187000 mi US $2450	Head Gasket replaced Radiator replaced Turbo replaced
187600 mi US $847	Power steering rack seal failed
189000 mi US $250	Wheel Bearing & Hub

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159000 mi US $750	Dash lights (Check Engine, ABS, ETS, Brake) had all come on. The dealership wanted $1,800 to replace two modules (ABS & ETS). I went to an independent for a 2nd opinion. Paid to have frayed battery cable replaced to see if that would take care of the issue. It didn't as the ABS and Check Engine lights are still on. The car went back to the shop today for additional work.
176000 mi US $1600	Replaced steering components. Replaced heater core, and rear brakes/pads.
184000 mi US $578	Thermostat was replaced with new coolant. Also fixed squeaky rear panel on tailgate.
185000 mi US $1800	Replaced loose support part under the rear of the car. Replaced defective window switch on right front passenger window.
194000 mi US $1000	Replaced heater core.

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163000 mi

US $3500

Transmission had to be rebuilt

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112000 mi US $1400	right strut "bearing" rusted, loosened strut created extra wear on attachment plate. Strut, springs, all attachment parts replaced (left side showed rust) on both sides, 4 wheels aligned.
118000 mi US $700	left wheel hub was becoming noisy; new one ordered and installed. emissions hose from gas tank cracked; new one ordered.
118300 mi US $300	new emissions hose installed intermittent cooling in ac due to leaking o ring. replaced by dealer for under 300.

120000 mi US $500	Replaced right lower control arm and left tie rod end. Alignment performed (broken suspension caused bad alignment). New tires mounted and balanced (bad alignment caused poor tire wear).
125000 mi US $1600	Replaced driveshaft (propshaft) from transfer case to read differential.
140200 mi US $240	Exhaust pipe broke free at turbo flange. Repaired by welding flange back to pipe and refitting to turbo.
146300 mi US $160	Alternator/regulator ceased to provide sufficient current. Replaced.
145000 mi US $294	PCV system clogged, causing excessive oil pressure. Replaced all components of PCV system. Also replaced oil dipstick accidentally broken during PCV repair.

112000 mi

US $1125

Car had several problems, front 02 sensor. Car ran rough with AC on black smoke. 02 sensor changed. thermostat replaced temp sensor changed door hinge was repaired to stop noise.

104160 mi C $700	Exhaust canisters and valves replaced
109200 mi C $150	Turbo leaking oil
119200 mi C $300	Replace radiator and radiator hoses
131720 mi C $300	Tie rod worn. Misalignment
136400 mi C $400	Misalignment, worn tie rod
146940 mi C $600	Driveshaft replacement
152520 mi C $2500	Spring seat worn Shocks replaced Rear brake lines rusted

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129500 mi US $800	ABS Computer failed Lower ball joints replaced
130300 mi US $2000	ECM failure
131100 mi US $400	Fuel pump relay failed.

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116200 mi US $4500	Check engine light came on. Solenoid was failing in transmission and there were problems shifting from 3rd to 4th. Replaced with recovered transmission. Loss of compression in 2 cylinders. Replaced engine with recovered engine.
120100 mi US $600	Cracked radiator replaced
128000 mi US $2400	A/C leaking. Parts replaced.
148000 mi US $800	Front offside tie-rod replaced.
148300 mi US $750	Alternator dead, needed replacing

138540 mi C $100	ETS light on, car stutters intermittently during various speeds, poor starting issues
140740 mi C $1000	New electronic throttle module Starter had to be replaced.
137640 mi C $200	code P0455, also cylinder #4 miss fire, replaced coil for cylinder #4, code 0455 remains unrepaired, unable to locate gross leak as per code PO455 .

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99000 mi

US $1000

Timing belt tensioner wore out and belt was rattling against case. Mechanic said when he opened the case ball bearings flew out. i was "lucky" b/c another mile or 2 would have destroyed the valves. Also replace waterpump,and acc belt.

96000 mi US $120	Replaced heater core
110000 mi US $1800	leaky steering rack

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190400 mi

C $1400

Had to change the original clutch one motor mount rear seal

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166000 mi US $400	Replaced radiator and hoses. Replaced remanufactured steering rack which was less than 2 years old.
169000 mi US $300	Replaced front struts, strut mounts, and end links.
182000 mi US $100	Replaced flasher relay.
197000 mi US $700	Replaced cat
200000 mi US $780	Replaced driveshaft
209000 mi US $2600	Replaced fuel lines. fuel pump, and fuel sending unit.

176000 mi

US $300

bad ABS unit replaced turbo coolant hoses

188000 mi

US $600

New ball joints; dirty soleinoid. New heating system blower.

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109000 mi US $1200	Routine alignment reavealed worn struts and stabilizer bars on front; replaced along with front brakes and rotors.
124000 mi US $150	Failed thermostat; replaced
134000 mi US $600	Emergency brake had to be replaced, along with shoes and the whole shebang.

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121000 mi

US $1200

After 14 years, exhaust pipe broke at catalytic converter. Replaced from exhaust manifold back. Part of major repair. Rebuilt front end, including struts and upper mounts, control arms (ball joints and bushings), inner and outer tie rods, idler arm. Two CV joint covers torn. Replaced drive shafts including CV joints.

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76880 mi

C $2000

heater core leak (carpets soaked, dried overnight) radiator leak

130200 mi C $1200	Front Sway Bar, and Control Arms. All four brake hoses were done.
138260 mi C $952	Replaced distributer cap and rotor along with the leads. Changed spark plugs. Engine Mounts replaced
152200 mi C $795	Wheel HUB Door lock actuator

139200 mi US $700	Yet another plastic+aluminum radiator failure. This is Volvo radiator #3 (1 per Volvo). "They all do that" at 11 to 15 years, and 120K-160K miles.
130000 mi US $1100	Heater core failed, dumping water into passenger compartment ABS computer failure
133000 mi US $2570	Steering Rack failure Air pump sway bar link motor mount
164000 mi US $110	Air mass sensor failed, but without setting an error code until hard car-stranding failure
164000 mi US $450	CV boots failed, axles replaced

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